Monthly Archives: April 2010

Are you still searching for your favorite coffee? Have you worked your way through all the blends yet? Do you feel like you are a Philz connoisseur and you want to try a great new blend? Well, this is definitely one blend you should explore a little further! Let’s go to New York City…or more specifically, the island of Manhattan. A cup of the New Manhattan is a cheap alternative to a plane ticket to the East Coast!

The New Manhattan blend is distinctive in many ways. It’s a medium/light roast that is filled with busy, energetic flavors that mimic the hustle and bustle of Times Square. It has flavors of wine, oak, nuts and fruit…so every sip is delicious.

And for you people watching the acidity in the coffee you drink, you’re in luck — this blend has a low acidity and is medium bodied for great flavor!

Also, try this blend mixed with the Julie’s Ultimate blend for a special treat!

Oh, and did I mention that our New Manhattan blend is on sale during the month of May?? From May 1-31st, buy a pound of New Manhattan, and it’ll only cost you $11. That’s a 31% discount off the regular price…not bad for savings!

This is being featured at all our Philz locations so stop in and grab a pound for you and a friend! And it’s also available online on our website for delivery to your doorstep!!

So you thought that one of our stores was the only place to get a cup of Philz made by our special Philz baristas? Turns out if you happened to be at Whole Foods Franklin store this weekend, you would’ve had a treat.

You could have a coffee date with the actor, Robert DeNiro, if you bid on his auction for the 2010 RFK Center Auction.

What would you ask him or talk about?

If you could specify the place and suggest Philz, I’m pretty sure he’d be blown away with our New Manhattan blend! Unfortunately, since he’s a proud New Yorker, the coffee date is in the Big Apple…Next time, kids, next time!

Did you know that it took 125 years to consume the first trillion barrels of oil and the world will consume the next trillion in only 30 years, according to Chevron? — Earth Day 2010 Climate Change Facts pamphlet

Since this is the 40th anniversary of Earth Day and we’re a green company here at Philz, I thought it would be a great idea to highlight some of the events happening throughout the week taking advantage of Earth Day this Thursday!

Even if you can’t get out to enjoy the festivities, remember that every time you bring your reusable mug to Philz for a cup of coffee, it’s always the price of a small. Hopefully, that’s all the motivation you need to become greener in your life!

SAN FRANCISCO:California Academy of Sciences, 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park. (415) 379-8000.
* Earth Day Programs (April 17-25): A wide range of daily activities and animal presentations will feature fun facts and tips about protecting our planet.
* Fragile Planet (April 17-25): Enjoy Morrison Planetarium’s inaugural show, Fragile Planet, as it returns for a one-week engagement. Details below.
* Earth Day at NightLife (April 22): Celebrate our extreme home, Earth – the only planet known to support life – during an eco-themed NightLife event from 6-10pm.
* Family Explorations of Golden Gate Park (April 24-25): Join an Academy Naturalist outdoors and learn about our wild neighbors, the ecosystems where they live and what you can do to help protect them.

BERKELEY:
In our “almost” new home, Berkeley, they are doing it up right with a great festival on Saturday, April 24th. Music, at Civic Center Park at Martin Luther King Way and Allston Way

SAN JOSE:
San Jose State University sustainability week. Through April 25, San Jose State will offer free special Earth Day programming, including panel discussions, speakers, garden tours and movie screenings at 1 Washington Square, San Jose. Check website for a detailed schedule, at the SJ Sustainability Week website!

Earth Day on the Avenue. Willow Glen celebrates Earth Day with a free seed and eco-prize giveaway and local green products and services marketplace, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 24. Downtown Willow Glen, Lincoln Avenue, San Jose. Free. More information at Willow Glen’s website.

Spring in Guadalupe Gardens. Over 40 vendors will sell plants and garden art and free compost will be offered at 10 a.m. April 24. Guadalupe River Park and Gardens Visitor and Education Center, 438 Coleman Ave., San Jose. Free. 408-298-7657, Guadalupe River Park and Gardens website.